Case Details
Reference
06A30328723
Court
Tameside
Magistrate
Before: Mrs Ashworth JP , Mrs Bergantin JP , Mr Jones JP , Ms Lin JP , Mr Moss JP
Hearing Date
15 May 2026
Time
10:00am
Hearing Type
Trial
Court Type
magistrates
Prosecutor
N/A
Case Details
Offence Details: Assault by beating.
UK Offence & Sentencing Guidelines
Common assault is committed when a person intentionally or recklessly causes another to apprehend immediate, unlawful violence. Battery is the actual application of unlawful force. No physical injury needs to occur.
Sentencing: Usually dealt with in the Magistrates' Court. Maximum penalty is 6 months imprisonment, a community order, or a fine. If racially or religiously aggravated, it can be sent to the Crown Court with higher maximum penalties.